2009 BMW 760 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 760 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 760 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |